The Top 11 Peaks around Aylesbury Vale

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Aylesbury Vale is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 11 to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Aylesbury Vale for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Ivinghoe Beacon

Pitstone Hill

Steps Hill

Paul's Knob

Chiltern Summit Monument (Haddington Hill High Point)

View of Quainton Village from Quainton Hill

Pavis Wood

Waddesdon Hill

View of Ivinghoe Beacon and Iron Age Lion

Plan. Save. Navigate. Your best adventures await.

Start today with a free komoot account.

1
Ivinghoe Beacon
Hiking Highlight
Standing at 764 feet (233 m), Ivinghoe Beacon towers over the surrounding countryside. Offering views of Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, and Bedfordshire, it’s named after the fires that were once lit at …
Tip by Chris
See hikes here
View
2
Pitstone Hill
Hiking Highlight
Pitstone Hill is a chalk grassland with small areas of woodland and scrub. As you explore the reserve, which has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, you …
Tip by Dan Hobson
See hikes here
View

Sign Up To Discover Places Like This
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
3
Steps Hill
Hiking Highlight
From the summit of Steps Hill, you are treated to wonderful views over Beacon Hill and the ever-charming Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Tip by Dan Hobson
See hikes here
View
4
Paul's Knob
Hiking Highlight
A wonderful peak offering sublime views across the surrounding countryside.
Tip by Grace Mulligan
See hikes here
View
5
Chiltern Summit Monument (Haddington Hill High Point)
Mountain Biking Highlight
Monument at the Chiltern Summit, Wendover Woods There is a plaque on this stone which reads The Chiltern Summit. This Cairn at a height of 876 ft (267 m) marks …
Tip by Edvard
See rides here
View
6
View of Quainton Village from Quainton Hill
Hiking Highlight
Overlooking the idyllic village of the same name, Quainton Hill rises to 610 feet (186 m) above the surrounding countryside. Along with neighbouring Conduit Hill, it offers glorious views. From …
Tip by Alex Foxfield
See hikes here
View
7
Pavis Wood
Hiking Highlight
Well, blink, and you'll miss it, but the field enclosed by Gadmore Lane to the south and the continuation of Shire Lane to the west apparently contains Pavis Wood hill, …
Tip by Epee Sharkey
See hikes here
View
8
Waddesdon Hill
Hiking Highlight
Like nearby Quainton Hill, Waddesdon Hill is a significant rise in the mostly flat landscape of the Vale of Aylesbury. Despite only attaining a height of 480 feet (146 m), …
Tip by Alex Foxfield
See hikes here
View
9
View of Ivinghoe Beacon and Iron Age Lion
Road Cycling Highlight
Good place to picnic
Tip by Ben K
See rides here
View